Synopsis The volume has been weaved into fourteen chapters having deep bearing on the social philosophy of Swami Vivekananda. From early years of his life, Narendra Nath showed signs of ideals which greatly influenced the way of his future life. His stay at Khetri was lesson giving for him. Other chapters deal with his mystical experiences, the realisation of new path, effective lectures in USA, England and elsewhere, views on science and religion, Ramakrishna Math and Mission, Swamiji's ideology, views of eminent persons, the gospel of Ramakrishna and last days of his life. The volume would be useful for social scientists, teachers, researchers and students in India and abroad.